Summary
Ronnie O'Sullivan, a well-known snooker player, withdrew from the Masters tournament for medical reasons. He has been replaced by Chris Wakelin in the event. O'Sullivan has a history of withdrawing from tournaments due to health issues.
Key Facts
- Ronnie O'Sullivan withdrew from the Masters due to medical reasons.
- O'Sullivan is 50 years old and ranked world number eight in snooker.
- He was scheduled to play against Neil Robertson in the first round.
- Chris Wakelin, the Scottish Open champion, replaces O'Sullivan in the tournament.
- O'Sullivan has previously pulled out of tournaments for health reasons, including mental health.
- He won his first Masters title in 1995 and has claimed the title a total of eight times.
- O'Sullivan's next potential competitive appearances are the Tour Championship or World Championship in Britain.